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O W N E R ’S O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L
VX-2c
VX-2dc
Digital Light ProcessingTM Projector
and DHD Controller
Software Version 2.00
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers
Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco video product and welcome to the Runco family! We believe Runco produces
“The World’s Finest Home Theater Products.” With proper installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years of
unparalleled video performance.
This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your
other important documents.
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WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
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SERVICE LABOR: Runco will pay for service labor by Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of
manufacturing defect for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user (excluding the lamp).
PARTS: (Not including the lamp) Runco will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement
parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.
PROJECTOR LAMP: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a
manufacturing defect for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, which ever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to
the end user. In addition, Runco will provide a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for the lamp that fails due to defects in materials
or workmanship for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, which ever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the
end user. Such replacement lamps are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty
period.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
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This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does
not cover normal maintenance. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items; failure resulting from
accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments; improper
maintenance, alteration, improper use of any input signal; damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and
brownouts; damage that occurs during shipping or transit; or damage that is attributed to acts of God. In the case of remote
control units, damage resulting from leaking, old, damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this
Limited Warranty.
CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM RUNCO AUTHORIZED
DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP
IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
Runco limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There
are no express warranties. Runco also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to
the failure of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and
some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from
state to state.
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EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:
This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as
evidence of the purchase date.
IMPORTANT -- WARRANTY REGISTRATION:
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Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach you promptly if we
should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.
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CONTACT A RUNCO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Runco video product will be performed at the location of
the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Runco
Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Runco factory for
repairs. If, solely in Runco’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest
Runco Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Runco factory, it is the owner’s
responsibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Runco
Dealer. If this is not possible, contact Runco directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Runco will
return product transportation prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping
costs will be the responsibility of the owner.
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:
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© Copyright 2006 Runco International. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are
reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior
written permission of the manufacturer.
All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this
Limited Warranty, please call or write:
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RUNCO INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Attn: Customer Service Department
2900 Faber Street
Union City, CA 94587
Ph: (510) 324-7777
Fax: (510) 324-9300
Toll Free: (800) 23-RUNCO
RUNCO VIDEO-PRODUCT INFORMATION
RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS
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Model Purchased
Date
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Address
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Phone
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Safety Precautions
Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video projector! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video
that is expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the
menus and operation.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
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CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Do not use this equipment near water, outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings.
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7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized type plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
9. The 12V trigger only outputs DC 12V signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could
cause damage to this unit.
10. Only use accessories specified by Runco International.
11. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.
12. Unplug this projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for an extended period of time.
13. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to
removing the lamp assembly for replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of
lamps beyond rated life could cause them to explode in rare occasions.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the projector has been damaged in any way,
objects have fallen or spilled into the projector, the projector has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
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Table of Contents
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................. iii
Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................... vi
1. Introduction ...............................................................................................................1
About This Manual .......................................................................................................1
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Target Audience .....................................................................................................1
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If You Have Comments About This Manual... ..........................................................1
Textual and Graphic Conventions ...........................................................................1
Using This Manual ........................................................................................................2
Description, Features and Benefits ...............................................................................3
Key Features and Benefits ......................................................................................3
Parts List ...............................................................................................................4
2. Controls and Functions ............................................................................................5
VX-2 at a Glance ..........................................................................................................5
VX-2 Rear Panel ...........................................................................................................7
DHD Controller Front Panel ..........................................................................................9
DHD Controller Rear Panel .........................................................................................11
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Outputs ................................................................................................................11
Inputs ...................................................................................................................11
VX-2 Remote Control .................................................................................................13
3. Installation ...............................................................................................................17
Remote Control ..........................................................................................................17
Notes on Batteries ................................................................................................17
Notes on Remote Control Operation .....................................................................17
Quick Setup ...............................................................................................................18
Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................19
Installation Type ....................................................................................................19
Ambient Light .......................................................................................................19
Throw Distance.....................................................................................................20
Vertical and Horizontal Position.............................................................................22
Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift..........................................................................22
Folded Optics .......................................................................................................25
Other Considerations ............................................................................................25
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Installing the Optional CineWide Lens .........................................................................25
Mounting the VX-2 .....................................................................................................26
Floor Mounting......................................................................................................26
Ceiling Mounting ...................................................................................................26
Adjusting the Projection Angle ..............................................................................26
Connections to the VX-2 and DHD Controller .............................................................27
Connector Panel Access.......................................................................................27
Connecting the DHD Controller to the VX-2 ..........................................................27
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Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller .......................................28
RS-232 Controller Connection ..............................................................................32
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Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Theater Components ..................32
Connecting to AC Power ......................................................................................33
4. Operation .................................................................................................................35
Turning on the Power .................................................................................................35
Adjusting the Picture Orientation ................................................................................35
Lens Adjustments ......................................................................................................36
Focus ...................................................................................................................36
Zoom....................................................................................................................36
Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift..........................................................................36
Using the On-Screen Menus ......................................................................................37
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Main Menu............................................................................................................39
Input Source .........................................................................................................39
Aspect Ratio ........................................................................................................39
Picture .................................................................................................................41
Input Position........................................................................................................45
ISF Presets ...........................................................................................................46
Information ...........................................................................................................46
Calibration ............................................................................................................47
Service .................................................................................................................49
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................53
Lamp Replacement ....................................................................................................53
Troubleshooting Tips ..................................................................................................54
6. Serial Communications ..........................................................................................55
RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...............................................................55
Serial Command Syntax .............................................................................................55
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7. Specifications ..........................................................................................................61
VX-2 Specifications ....................................................................................................61
DHD Controller Specifications ....................................................................................63
VX-2c Dimensions ......................................................................................................64
VX-2dc Dimensions ....................................................................................................65
APPENDIX A. VX-2 Color Gamut Adjustment ........................................................... A-1
Required Hardware and Software ............................................................................ A-2
Equipment Setup ..................................................................................................... A-2
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Adjusting the Gamut ................................................................................................. A-2
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List of Figures
2-1. VX-2c Front/Bottom/Side View.....................................................................................5
2-2. VX-2dc Front/Bottom/Side/Top View ...........................................................................6
2-3. VX-2 Rear Panel ...........................................................................................................7
2-4. DHD Controller Front Panel ..........................................................................................9
2-5. DHD Controller Rear Panel .........................................................................................11
2-6. VX-2 Remote Control .................................................................................................13
3-1. Estimating Throw Distance .........................................................................................20
3-2. Projector Placement ...................................................................................................22
3-3. Vertical Lens Shift.......................................................................................................22
3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift...................................................................................................23
3-5. Folded Optics.............................................................................................................25
3-6. Connecting the VX-2 to the DHD Controller................................................................27
3-7. DVI Source Connections ............................................................................................28
3-8. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections .................................................29
3-9. Analog RGB Connections...........................................................................................30
3-10. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections.........................................31
3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection.........................................................................32
3-12. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs .........................................................................32
4-1. VX-2dc -- Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Adjustments ...........................................36
4-2. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-2 ............................................................38
4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness .........................................................42
4-4. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast ..........................................................43
4-5. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint................................43
4-6. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............................................................45
7-1. VX-2c Dimensions ......................................................................................................64
7-2. VX-2dc Dimensions ....................................................................................................65
A-1. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram ............................................................................... A-1
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1. Introduction
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco VX-2c or
VX-2dc DLP Projector and DHD Controller. It describes the features and functions
available with DHD Controller Software version 2.0 and later.
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Throughout this manual, the Runco VX-2c or VX-2dc DLP Projector and DHD Controller
are referred to collectively as the “VX-2.” The information in this manual applies to both
projectors except where otherwise indicated.
Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the
most out of the VX-2.
Target Audience
Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and
other Runco product manuals on-line, at www.runco.com.
Runco welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to [email protected].
If You Have Comments
About This Manual...
Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify
the information and instructions provided:
Textual and Graphic
Conventions
• Remote and built-in keypad button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for
example, “Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.”
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• All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle
brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>, <Spacebar>, <Control>, <Esc>
and <Tab>.
• <Enter> indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your
keyboard if it has both keys.
• Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to
Letterbox, type LETTERBOX <Enter>.”
In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used
to highlight important information, as in this example:
Note
A carriage return must be used after each command or string.
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Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the
manual, to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your
equipment or injury:
Note
NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special
significance. They also provide supplemental information.
Caution
CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can
degrade performance or cause a malfunction.
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TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using
certain features.
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Using This Manual
Tip
WARNING
WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result
in damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user.
DANGER!
DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or
death.
Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual.
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If you need...
... Turn to page:
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General information about the VX-2c or VX-2dc
DLP Projector and DHD Controller
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Installation instructions
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First-time configuration instructions
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Advanced configuration instructions
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Troubleshooting tips
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Product specifications
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Introduction
Runco steps into the future once again with the Video Xtreme™ VX-2 Digital Light
Processing (DLP™) Projector, one of the first DLP projectors to offer a 16:9 native
resolution, three-chip system for home theater.
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Description, Features
and Benefits
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The VX-2 optical light engine utilizes three, 16:9 SuperOnyx™ Digital Micromirror Device™
(DMD™) chips featuring 1280 x 720, high-definition resolution and 12-degree mirror tilt for
unsurpassed black level performance. Unlike previous, single-chip DLP implementations,
no color wheel is used. This reduces mechanical complexity and compromises to color
spectrum purity. The impressive brightness inherent in three-chip systems is further
bolstered by the improved contrast capabilities of the VX-2 light engine design, offering
the best of both worlds.
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The VX-2 comes with an external, all-digital signal processor/controller featuring advanced
Vivix II™ video processing, superb scaling and aspect ratio control. Runco’s exclusive
LiveLink™ DVI cable system circuitry is integrated into the projector to preserve HD signal
quality over long runs. The VX-2 is enhanced further by significant horizontal and vertical
lens shift capability for maximum installation flexibility.
The VX-2c produces an impressive 2500 ANSI lumens of light output (CSMS™ light
output of 52.1 ft-Lamberts). The VX-2dc produces 2800 ANSI lumens of light output
(CSMS light output of 57.6 ft-Lamberts).
The VX-2’s 16:9 native aspect ratio DMD array makes it ideal for widescreen viewing,
while its 3-chip, 1280 x 720 native resolution produces crisp, crystal clear high-definition
images with richly saturated colors, deep black levels and natural, highly refined detail.
This advanced design provides pure digital connections from input to light engine for
absolutely stellar pictures. In addition, Runco’s multiple aspect ratio control includes its
unique VirtualWide™ mode for viewing standard video formats in widescreen without loss
of image quality.
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For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the “scope”
(2.35:1) format, the VX-2 can be equipped with Runco’s CineWide™ technology, a
combination of software, electronics and high-quality anamorphic optics. CineWide
maintains constant vertical height on the screen just as in a movie theater. When a viewer
transitions from 1.78:1 (16:9) program material to 2.35:1, the image simply gets wider
while full height is maintained. Also available with the VX-2 is CineWide with AutoScope™,
an enhanced, remote-controlled motorized version of CineWide.
Discrete IR and RS-232 control make custom installation seamless, while discrete source
and aspect ratio selection accommodate any automation control system.
The VX-2 offers these key features and benefits:
Key Features and Benefits
• Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)
• Three-chip Digital Light Processing (DLP™) system
• Two DVI Inputs with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)
• HDTV Compatible
• CinOptx™ Proteus (VX-2c) or Telesto (VX-2dc) lens options for stunning sharpness and
throw distance flexibility
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Parts List ➤
Your VX-2 is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please
contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO.
• VX-2c or VX-2dc DLP Projector and DHD Controller
• Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries
• AC Power Cords (2)
• DVI Cable, 16.4 feet (5.0 meters)
• Rack-mount hardware for the DHD Controller
• 3/16” Hex Wrench (for lens adjustments)
• Warranty information and registration card
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• Runco VX-2c/VX-2dc Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)
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Optional Accessories:
• CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)
• CineWide™ with AutoScope™ system (secondary anamorphic lens and motorized
mount)
• Ceiling mount kit
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• DVI extension cables, available in lengths up to 20 meters (65.6 feet)
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2. Controls and Functions
2.1
VX-2 at a Glance
Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the key VX-2 components.
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Figure 2-1. VX-2c Front/Bottom/Side View
1. INTAKE VENT
2. LENS
3. RUNCO LOGO
The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted)
or upright. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and
rotate it 180 degrees.
4. EXHAUST VENT
5. CABLE OPENING
Pass cables through this opening.
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Figure 2-2. VX-2dc Front/Bottom/Side/Top View
1. INTAKE VENT
2. LENS
3. RUNCO LOGO
The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted)
or upright. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and
rotate it 180 degrees.
4. EXHAUST VENT
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5. CABLE OPENING
Pass cables through this opening.
6. VERTICAL LENS SHIFT ADJUSTMENT
7. HORIZONTAL LENS SHIFT ADJUSTMENT
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VX-2 Rear Panel
Figure 2-3 shows the VX-2 rear panel.
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AC IN
120V 60HZ
VX-2 DIGITAL PROJECTOR
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Figure 2-3. VX-2 Rear Panel
1. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
Displays currently-selected menu. If no menu is selected, “Runco VX-2” appears here.
2. PROGRAM PORT
For service use only.
3. DHD INPUT
An HDCP-compliant digital video input for connecting the DVI output from the DHD
Controller.
4. POWER BUTTON
Press once to turn on the VX-2. Press it again to put it into Standby mode. For a
discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access buttons on the remote
control.
5. POWER/STANDBY LED
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6. LAMP COVER
Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment.
7. UP BUTTON
Used to move the menu cursor up in the VX-2 menu system.
8. LEFT BUTTON
Used to move the menu cursor left in the VX-2 menu system.
9. DOWN BUTTON
Used to move the menu cursor down in the VX-2 menu system.
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10. ENTER BUTTON
When an item is highlighted on the On-Screen Display, the ENTER button selects the
item.
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11. RIGHT BUTTON
Used to move the menu cursor right in the VX-2 menu system.
12. MENU BUTTON
Pressing the MENU button brings up the main VX-2 menu. Also, if you are in an
adjustment mode or function, pressing MENU brings the menu back one level.
Note
The VX-2 has its own internal menu system, separate from that of
the DHD Controller. However, it is intended for use by trained
service personnel only.
13. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)
Connect the VX-2 to power here.
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14. MAIN POWER SWITCH
Disconnects or applies power to the VX-2.
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DHD Controller Front
Panel
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Figure 2-4 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel; the
paragraphs that follow describe them.
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Figure 2-4. DHD Controller Front Panel
1. RUNCO ICON
Lights red to indicate that the DHD Controller is in standby mode; lights blue to
indicate that the unit is on.
2. POWER BUTTON
Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to
standby mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access
buttons on the remote control.
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3. IR SENSOR
Receives IR commands from the remote.
4. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected
menu or -- if no menu is selected -- the current source, signal format (NTSC or PAL),
input resolution and aspect ratio.
5. UP BUTTON
Use to direct select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor up in the On-Screen
Display. When no menus are present on-screen, the UP button toggles you through
aspect ratios in the following order:
Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtualwide 2.35
(Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on CineWide-equipped projectors. For more
information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.)
6. LEFT BUTTON
Used to direct select inputs or move the menu cursor left in the On Screen Display.
When no menu is present on-screen, the LEFT button toggles you through the
different sources, in this order:
DVI 2 - DVI 1 - HD/RGB2 - HD/RGB1 - Component SD - S-Video 2 - S-Video 1 Composite
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7. ENTER BUTTON
When an item is highlighted on the On-Screen Display, the ENTER button selects the
item.
8. DOWN BUTTON
Use to direct select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor down in the On-Screen
Display. When no menu is present on-screen, this button toggles you through the
different aspect ratios, in this order:
Virtualwide 2.35 - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - Anamorphic
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9. RIGHT BUTTON
Used to direct select inputs or move the menu cursor right in the On Screen Display.
When no menus are present on-screen, the RIGHT button toggles you through the
different sources, in this order:
Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 - HD/RGB 2 - DVI 1
- DVI 2
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10. MENU BUTTON
Pressing the MENU button brings up the main menu. Also, if you are in an adjustment
mode or function, pressing MENU brings the menu back one level.
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2.4
DHD Controller Rear
Panel
Figure 2-5 shows the rear connector panel on the DHD Controller.
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SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE
R/Pr
G/Y
B/Pb
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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TRIGGERS
2
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1
OUTPUTS
HD2
B/Pb
Video Processor / Controller
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HD1
Model
G/Y
H/V
DVI Out
2
DVI 1
DVI 2
Option
3
Pb
Pr
Video
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6
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
S-Video 1
Y
Component Video
IR
3
100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max
S-Video 2 RS-232 Out
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9
RS-232 Control
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1. ANALOG OUTPUTS (RGBHV)
Not used with the VX-2.
Outputs
2. DVI OUT
Connect this to the DHD Input on the VX-2.
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3. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (Digital)
Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner
with a DVI or HDMI output.
4. HD1 / HD2 (Analog BNC connectors)
Five, BNC connectors for connecting either RGB or component high-definition
television signals. The VX-2 automatically detects the signal format: RGB(HV) or
YPrPb, 480p, 720p, 480i, 576i or 1080i.
5. COMPONENT VIDEO (RCA connectors)
Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for
component video from sources such as DVD players.
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.
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Figure 2-5. DHD Controller Rear Panel
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Serial No
Inputs
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6. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT
Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other
composite video source.
7. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2
Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super
VHS (S-VHS) VCR.
8. 12-VOLT (750 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUTS
Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices. These can be
retractable screens, screen masks or the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system.
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For future use.
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Wired input from an external remote control or infrared receiver. It is a 3.5-mm, mini
phono jack, wired as follows:
Ring = +5V
Tip = IR Input
Sleeve = Ground
Note
When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected
to the wired IR input, the IR sensor on the front of the DHD is
disabled.
11. RS-232 CONTROL PORT
A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater
automation/control system.
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12. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)
Connect the DHD Controller to power here.
13. MAIN AC FUSE
This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow).
14. MAIN POWER SWITCH
Disconnects or applies power to the DHD Controller.
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Figure 2-6 shows the VX-2 remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its
functionality.
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2.5
VX-2 Remote Control
Controls and Functions
1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR
Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted.
2. ON / OFF
Press to turn the projector on or off.
3. ENTER
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.
4. Cursor Buttons ( , , , )
Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display
patterns.
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When no menus are present on-screen, the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through
the available aspect ratios, in this order:
UP Button = Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema Virtualwide 2.35
DOWN Button = Virtualwide 2.35 - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3)
- Anamorphic
Note
Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on CineWide-equipped projectors.
For more information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.
Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in
this order:
LEFT Button = DVI 2 - DVI 1 - HD/RGB2 - HD/RGB 1 - Component SD - S-Video 2 S-Video 1 - Composite
RIGHT Button = Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 HD/RGB 2 - DVI 1 - DVI 2
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5. LIGHT
Press to illuminate the buttons. (Not available on all models.)
6. MENU
Press this button to access the OSD controls, or to exit the current menu and return
to the previous one.
7. VIDEO (1)
Press to select Composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric
character “1.”
8. COMP (Component) (2)
Press to select Component SD (480i/576i) video input as the source or to enter the
numeric character “2.”
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9. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons
Use the red buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters,
as follows:
ANA (Anamorphic) (3)
For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.
4X3 (Standard 4:3) (6)
Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.
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LETBOX (Letterbox) (9)
For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 4:3 screen.
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V-WIDE (VirtualWide)
Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display.
CINEMA
For viewing 2.35:1 source material on a 1.78:1 (16:9) screen. The upper and lower
portions are masked.
SVC (CineWide-equipped projectors only)
Selects the VirtualWide 2.35 aspect ratio, which anamorphically compresses a 2.35:1
image to fill a 16:9 image area. The anamorphic lens then “stretches” the image back
to 2.35:1.
10. S-VID 1 (4) / S-VID 2 (5) (S-Video)
Press to select an S-Video input or to enter the numeric character “4” or “5.”
11. HD 1 (7) / HD 2 (8)
Press to select a HD (RGBHV or YPbPr component) input or to enter the numeric
character “7” or “8.”
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12. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (0)
Press to select a Digital Video input. Press DVI2 to enter the numeric character “0.”
13. Memory Preset Buttons:
ISF NT (Night)
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset.
ISF DAY
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset.
CUST 1
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset.
CUST 2
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset.
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3.1
Remote Control
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To install batteries in the remote control,
press up on the battery cover retainer clip
and lift off the cover. Install the two AAA
batteries with the correct polarity and then
replace the cover.
• Make sure that the battery polarities are correct when installing the batteries.
Notes on Batteries
• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.
• If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage.
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• Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote
control and the IR receiver on the projector.
• If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the
batteries with new ones.
• The remote control may fail to operate if the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bright
sunlight or fluorescent lighting.
• Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this
happens, point the remote control at the projector, and repeat the operation.
• The Ø icon appears on the screen when a button for an unavailable function is pressed.
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Notes on Remote Control
Operation
Installation
3.2
Quick Setup
Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the VX-2 installation process. The sections following
this one provide detailed instructions.
Note
Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video
installation specialist.
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Table 3-1. Installation Overview
Procedure
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Choose a location for the projector
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Install CineWide (secondary anamorphic) lens (optional)
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Connect the DHD Controller to the projector
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Connect signal sources to the DHD Controller
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5
Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional)
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6
Connect other home theater components to 12-volt trigger
outputs (optional)
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7
Apply power to the projector
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8
For rear-screen and/or ceiling-mount installations, select
the proper picture orientation
35
9
Lens adjustments: projected image size (zoom), position
(shift) and focus
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39 through 46
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Projector calibration: adjust the following for each input,
starting with Component SD; save settings when finished:
• Aspect ratio
• Brightness
• Contrast
• Color level
• Tint
• Input position
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Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are
installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into
account to ensure your projector performs optimally.
3.3
Installation
Considerations
Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or
inverted mount. Table 3-2 compares these various installation methods.
Installation Type
Advantages
Considerations
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Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options
• Easy to set up
• Can be moved or changed quickly
• Easy to access
• Shares floor space with audience
Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation
• Does not take up audience space
• Projector is unobtrusive
• Projector cannot be accidentally moved
• Installation is more permanent
• Projector access is more difficult
Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation
• Projector is completely hidden
• Projector is easily accessed
• Usually good ambient light rejection
• Requires separate room
• Installation cost is usually higher
Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation
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• Projector is completely hidden
• Usually good ambient light rejection
• Requires separate room
• Installation cost is usually higher
Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror
• Projector is completely hidden
• Usually good ambient light rejection
• Requires less space behind screen than
other rear screen installations
• Requires separate room
• Installation cost is usually higher
In general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. Contrast ratio in your
images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft
of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed
out and less vibrant.
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Ambient Light
Installation
Throw Distance ➤
Throw distance is the distance measured from the front of the projector to the screen.
This is an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether or not
you have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if your
image will be the right size for your screen.
You can quickly estimate the throw distance by taking the width of the screen and
multiplying it by the lens throw ratio; see Figure 3-1. The result of this calculation tells you
roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen in order to
project a focused image large enough to fill the screen.
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VX-2dc Throw Ratio: refer to Table 3-4
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Estimating Throw Distance
Throw Distance (TD) = Screen Width (w) x Lens Throw Ratio
wid
th (
w)
TD
Figure 3-1. Estimating Throw Distance
Throw Distance Ranges - VX-2c: Table 3-3 lists the available lens options for the
VX-2c and their associated throw ratios.
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Table 3-3. VX-2c Lens Options and Throw Ratios
Throw Ratio
(Throw Dist. ÷
Screen Width)
Throw Distance Range
(in inches, with 100-inch Wide Screen)
Proteus A
0.64 (Fixed)
For rear-screen installations only. Contact
Runco Technical Support for more information.
Proteus B
1.22 - 1.44
122
144
Proteus C
1.45 - 1.76
145
176
Proteus D
1.82 - 2.39
182
239
Proteus D with CineWide
1.38 - 1.80
138
180
Proteus E
2.42 - 3.57
242
357
Proteus E with CineWide
1.84 - 2.70
184
270
Lens Option (Note 2)
Minimum
Maximum
Notes:
1. Throw distance does not affect image quality, provided these ranges are taken into account.
2. Only the Proteus D, E and F lenses can be used with the optional CineWide (secondary
anamorphic) lens. Doing so affects the throw distances as shown here.
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Table 3-3. VX-2c Lens Options and Throw Ratios (continued)
Lens Option (Note 2)
Throw Ratio
(Throw Dist. ÷
Screen Width)
Throw Distance Range
(in inches, with 100-inch Wide Screen)
Minimum
Maximum
Proteus F
3.63 - 5.72
363
572
Proteus F with CineWide
2.75 - 4.33
275
433
Notes:
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1. Throw distance does not affect image quality, provided these ranges are taken into account.
Telesto C with CineWide
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1.53 - 2.04
153
204
Telesto D
2.84 - 4.80
284
480
Telesto D with CineWide
2.15 - 3.63
215
363
Telesto E
4.92 - 7.90
492
790
3.73 - 5.98
373
598
Throw Distance Ranges - VX-2dc: Table 3-4 lists the available lens options for the
VX-2dc and their associated throw ratios.
Table 3-4. VX-2dc Lens Options and Throw Ratios
Lens Option (Note 2)
Telesto A
Throw Ratio
(Throw Dist. ÷
Screen Width)
0.80 (Fixed)
Telesto B
Telesto E with CineWide
Minimum
Maximum
For rear-screen installations only. Contact
Runco Technical Support for more information.
1.64 - 1.97
164
197
2.02 - 2.70
202
270
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Telesto C
Throw Distance Range
(in inches, with 100-inch Wide Screen)
Notes:
1. Throw distance does not affect image quality, provided these ranges are taken into account.
2. Only the Telesto C, D and E lenses can be used with the optional CineWide (secondary
anamorphic) lens. Doing so affects the throw distances as shown here.
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Vertical and Horizontal ➤
Position
Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular,
perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen.
Ideally, the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such a way
that the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other, as shown in Figure 3-2.
Ceiling Installation
Ceiling
Height
Projection Distance
Lens Center
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Screen
Lens Center
Floor Installation
Screen
Height
Lens Center
Lens Center
x
Projection Distance
Floor
Figure 3-2. Projector Placement
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Vertical and Horizontal ➤
Lens Shift
If it is not possible to align the projector and screen as shown in Figure 3-2, you can use
the lens shift controls to center the image on the screen. Lens shift is generally expressed
as a percentage of the screen height or width, as shown in Figure 3-3 and Figure 3-4.
Screen Center
0%
50% Height
Lens Shift
(0.5 x H)
Base plate
to lens center =
approx. 5-6" (depending
on the amount of lens shift)
100% Height
Lens Shift
(1.0 x H)
150% Height
Lens Shift
(1.5 x H)
Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular
lens is used in this example.
Figure 3-3. Vertical Lens Shift
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150% Width Lens Shift
(1.5 x W)
100% Width Lens Shift
(1.0 x W)
50% Width Lens Shift
(0.5 x W)
Screen Center
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Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular
lens is used in this example.
Figure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift
Vertical Lens Shift - VX-2c: The VX-2c zoom lenses (Proteus B through F) provide up to
80% of downward vertical lens shift. For example, with a 96 x 54-inch (16:9) screen, you
can shift the image up to 43.20 inches (1.10 meters) below the screen center. (Upward
vertical lens shift is not possible. Vertical lens shift is not possible in either direction with
the Proteus A lens.)
Horizontal Lens Shift - VX-2c: The VX-2c zoom lenses (Proteus B through F) allow up
to 10% of horizontal lens shift in either direction (left or right). For example, with a
96 x 54-inch (16:9) screen, you can shift the image up to 9.60 inches (24.38 cm) left or
right of the screen center. (Horizontal lens shift is not possible with the Proteus A lens.)
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Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift - VX-2dc: Table 3-5 lists the lens shift limits for
each available VX-2dc lens, as percentages and absolute measurements with a 100 x 56
inch (1.78:1) screen.
Table 3-5. VX-2dc Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits
Lens Option
Telesto A
Telesto B
Telesto C
Telesto D
Telesto E
Lens Shift Limits, as Percentages of Screen Height or Width (Notes 1 and 2)
0%
25%
40%
35%
18%
Down
0%
55%
90%
110%
110%
Left
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Up
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Vertical
(Note 2)
Right
18%
0%
18%
Lens Shift Limits in Inches, with a 100-by-56 inch (1.78:1) Screen
Up
0
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19.6
10.08
Down
0
30.8
50.4
61.6
61.6
Left
0
18
Right
0
18
Vertical
Horizontal
Notes:
1. With no vertical or horizontal lens shift, the lens center and screen center are aligned with each
other.
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2. Vertical shift limits are percentages of the screen height. Horizontal shift limits are percentages of
the screen width.
3. Vertical lens shift figures apply to ceiling mount configurations. For floor installations
(where the projector is upright), reverse the up/down vertical offset percentages.
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In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited, a mirror may be
used to fold the optical path, as shown in Figure 3-5. The position of the projector and
mirror must be accurately set. If you are considering this type of installation, contact your
dealer for assistance.
Folded Optics
Screen
Figure 3-5. Folded Optics
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Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:
Other Considerations
• Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the projector
away from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature may cause
drifts in the projector circuitry, which may affect performance.
• Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as
motors and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors,
speakers, power amplifiers and elevators.
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If you are installing a VX-2 with the optional CineWide or CineWide with AutoScope
system, install the secondary anamorphic lens in accordance with the instructions
provided with the lens installation kit.
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3.4
Installing the Optional
CineWide Lens
Installation
3.5
Mounting the VX-2
There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen
installation, one method may be more suitable than another.
Floor Mounting ➤
The projector can also be inverted and suspended from the ceiling using a specially
designed ceiling mount fixture. This type of mounting is recommended for fixed
installations and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited space for
projector and audience.
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Ceiling Mounting ➤
In typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a secure and
level surface such as a table or cart. Carts are useful when moving a projector during a
presentation or from site to site. If possible, lock the wheels when it’s in position to prevent
it from being moved during a presentation.
Adjusting the Projection ➤
Angle
If the VX-2 is ceiling-mounted and the screen is significantly lower than the projector, you
can tilt the projector at a slight angle by adjusting the ceiling mount.
If you do this, you may need to shift the image using the on-screen display (OSD) controls,
to compensate. For detailed instructions, refer to Using the On-Screen Menus on
page 37.
Use only the Runco-approved ceiling mount kit designed for your
projector.
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Proceed as follows to connect the DHD Controller to the VX-2, your video sources,
external controller(s) -- if present -- and AC power.
When connecting your equipment:
• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
3.6
Connections to the
VX-2 and DHD
Controller
• Use the correct signal cables for each source.
• Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on
connectors that have them.
Connector Panel Access
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The VX-2 is designed to receive only digital input signals directly from the companion DHD
Controller/Processor. All signal sources should be connected to the appropriate inputs on
the rear panel of the DHD. The signal from the DHD is then output to the VX-2 projector
through a Runco proprietary DVI cable.
You CANNOT connect a signal source with DVI output directly to
the VX-2. It MUST be routed through the DHD Controller for proper
operation.
Note
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Use the supplied cable to connect the DVI Output of the DHD Controller to the DHD Input
of the VX-2; see Figure 3-6.
ON / OFF
AC IN
120V 60HZ
VX-2 DIGITAL PROJECTOR
SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE
INPUTS
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DO NOT OPEN
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B
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
HD2
Video Processor / Controller
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B
Pb
H
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SDI
Pb
Pr
S-Video 1
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H
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H/V
DVI Out
DVI 1
DVI 2
Option
Component Video
Video
S-Video 2 RS-232 Out
Figure 3-6. Connecting the VX-2 to the DHD Controller
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Controller to the VX-2
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Connecting Source ➤
Components to the DHD
Controller
Connect your video sources to the DHD Controller as shown and described in the
sections that follow.
DVI Connections: See Figure 3-7.
Use the DVI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest
video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain
throughout the entire signal path, from source component output
into the projector.
Tip
INPUTS
G/Y
B/Pb
H
V
Y
R/Pr
TRIGGERS
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IR
HD2
R/Pr
G/Y
B/Pb
H
V
Pb
DVI 2
Component Video
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S-Video 1
Video
S-Video 2
DVI Source
(DVD Player or
HD Tuner with
HDMI or DVI out)
Figure 3-7. DVI Source Connections
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Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-8.
R/Pr
G/Y
INPUTS
B/Pb
H
V
TRIGGERS
HD1
1
2
3
HD2
R/Pr
G/Y
B/Pb
H
V
Pb
DVI 2
Pr
Y
Component Video
Video
S-Video 2
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DVI 1
Y
S-Video 1
Horiz
Vert
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Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb
DTV or Progressive
Component (YPbPr)
Source
Figure 3-8. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections
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Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-9.
R/Pr
G/Y
INPUTS
B/Pb
H
V
TRIGGERS
HD1
1
2
3
HD2
G/Y
R/Pr
B/Pb
H
V
S-Video 1
Pb
DVI 2
Y
Pr
Component Video
Video
S-Video 2
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Red Green Blue Horiz
Vert
Personal Computer
Figure 3-9. Analog RGB Connections
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Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-10.
R/Pr
G/Y
INPUTS
B/Pb
H
V
TRIGGERS
HD1
1
2
3
HD2
R/Pr
G/Y
B/Pb
H
V
S-Video 1
DVI 2
Pb
Y
Pr
Component Video
Video
S-Video 2
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DVI 1
DVD Player, VCR,
Satellite Receiver,
Laser Disc etc.
Figure 3-10. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections
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RS-232 Controller ➤
Connection
Use a standard, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control/automation
system (if present) to the RS-232 Control port on the DHD Controller; see Figure 3-11.
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on
page 55.
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4
3
1
2
TRIGGERS
1
Pr
S-Video 1
Y
Video
S-Video 2 RS-232 Out
RS-232 Control
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9
IR
3
Y
Pb
2
8
7
6
2 Transmit Data
3 Receive Data
5 Ground
(none of the other pins are used)
to Automation/
Control System
or PC
Figure 3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection
If your VX-2 is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system, or if your home theater
contains other devices that respond to 12-volt triggers (such as retractable screens or
screen masks), connect them to the 12-volt trigger outputs as shown in Figure 3-12.
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Connecting 12-Volt ➤
Trigger Outputs to
External Theater
Components
TRIGGERS
1
Pb
Pr
Component Video
2
3
IR
S-Video 1
Y
Video
S-Video 2 RS-232 Out
RS-232 Control
3.5-mm
mini plug
to CineWide with AutoScope
system or other home
theater components
(screen, screen mask etc.)
Figure 3-12. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs
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The VX-2 system includes two (2) AC power cords (one each for the projector and DHD
Controller).
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Plug the female end of one power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the VX-2 (AC
100V ~ 240V). Then, connect the other end to your AC power source. Similarly connect
the DHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet.
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Connecting to AC Power
Installation
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4.1
Turning on the Power
1. Turn on your source components.
2. Turn on the main power switch at the rear of the projector.
3. Turn on the main power switch at the rear of the DHD Controller.
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4. Press the ON button on the remote control -- or the POWER button on the DHD
Controller front panel -- to turn on the system. The vacuum fluorescent display on the
DHD Controller front panel briefly displays “Starting Display.”
Current Source
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source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input resolution and aspect ratio; for example:
Format
Input
Resolution
Component SD NTSC
480i
Anamorphic
VX-2
Aspect
Ratio
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By default, the VX-2 is configured for a “floor/front” installation, in which the projector is
installed upright and in front of the screen. If it is installed behind the screen and/or
mounted on a ceiling, you must change the picture orientation. To do this:
1. Press MENU and enter the Service Menu passcode.
2. Select Service from the Main Menu.
3. Select Display Device from the Service Menu.
4. Select Installation from the Display Device menu.
5. Choose Floor/Rear, Ceiling/Front or Ceiling/Rear, to match the installation method.
Note
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.
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4.2
Adjusting the Picture
Orientation
Operation
4.3
Lens Adjustments
To access the motorized lens controls, select Display Device from the Service Menu, then
select Lens from the Display Device menu. The Lens menu gives you a great deal of
control over the picture size, position and focus:
Focus ➤
To focus the projected image, use the cursor buttons to highlight “In” or “Out.” Then,
press and hold the ENTER button.
Zoom ➤
To make the picture smaller (zoom out), use the cursor buttons to highlight the minus sign
(-). Then, press and hold the ENTER button.
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To enlarge the picture (zoom in), use the cursor buttons to highlight the plus sign (+).
Then, press and hold the ENTER button.
Vertical and Horizontal ➤
Lens Shift
Lens Shift -- VX-2c: To change the projected image position, use the cursor buttons to
highlight “Left,” “Right,” “Up” or “Down” in the Lens manu. Then, press and hold the
ENTER button to shift the image in that direction.
Lens Shift -- VX-2dc: To change the projected image position, use the lens adjustment
tool provided with the VX-2dc to shift the lens in the desired direction; see Figure 4-1. The
vertical lens shift control is at the top of the projector; the horizontal lens shift control is on
the side of the projector nearest the Runco logo.
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Vertical Lens Shift
Horizontal Lens Shift
Figure 4-1. VX-2dc -- Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Adjustments
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Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to
display the Main Menu.
To select a menu item, use the and buttons on either the remote control or the DHD
Controller front panel to highlight it. Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
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The VX-2 OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-2.
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4.4
Using the On-Screen
Menus
Operation
Picture
Input Position
ISF Presets
Information
(read-only)
Test Video
Input Names
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Remote Control
ISF Night - Input Image
ISF Night - Input Color
Note: Virtualwide 2.35 is
available only on VX-2
projectors equipped with the
CineWide option (secondary
anamorphic lens).
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Aspect Ratio
ISF Night - Display Color
Grey Bars 1
Grey Bars 2
Color Bars 1
Color Bars 2
Rename, Restore or Save
Primary
Secondary
Installation
Lens
Display Device
Diagnostics
Service
HD Format
Triggers
Miscellaneous
Resolution
HD/RGB 1
HD/RGB 2
ADC Bandwidth
YPbPr Input Resolution
1 / 2 / 3 / Save
Language
Menu Mode
Timeout
Side Bar Color
Film Mode (SD src. only)
800x600 ... 1400x1050
480i ... 720p ... 1080i
ISF Day - Display Color
Calibration
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Composite
S-Video 1
S-Video 2
Component SD
HD/RGB 1
HD/RGB 2
DVI 1
DVI 2
Anamorphic
Standard 4:3
Letterbox
VirtualWide
Cinema
Virtualwide 2.35
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Left/Right
Up/Down
Width
Height
Overscan
Recall ISF Night
Recall ISF Day
Recall/Save Custom 1
Recall/Save Custom 2
Reset Custom 1 & 2 to Factory Default
Serial Number
Hardware
Firmware
Date
ISF Day - Input Image
ISF Day - Input Color
Save ISF Settings
Output Shift
Splash Configure
Gain
Offset
Gamma
Lamp Power
Color Temp
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Gain
Offset
Chroma Delay
Phase
Gain
Offset
Gamma
Lamp Power
Color Temp
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Gain
Offset
Chroma Delay
Phase
Back / Confirm
Left/Right
Up/Down
Width
Height
Save
Owner Name
ISF Calibrated
ISF Other
OSD Position
Picture Orientation
Lamp Hours (View/Reset)
Focus
Zoom
Shift (VX-2c ONLY)
Red Only
Green Only
Blue Only
75 IRE Color Bars
100 IRE Color Bars
Horiz. Grey Ramp
Vert. Grey Ramp
Checkerboard
Alignment Grid
Auto, RGB or YUV
Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz
Auto, 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p or 1080i
English, French, German or Spanish
System Reset
Restore Saved Settings
Figure 4-2. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-2
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The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all projector functions.
Main Menu
(The Calibration and Service menus are hidden and not accessible until you enter a
passcode.)
Runco Video
Input Source
Aspect Ratio
Picture
Input Position
ISF Presets
Information
Calibration
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From the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video signal source.
The active source is indicated by an arrow (>) to its left; in the example at left, Composite
is the active source.
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To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, select Aspect Ratio
from the Main Menu and press ENTER. Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your
screen size and the type of program material being viewed; refer to Table 4-1.
The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “7” to its left; in the example at right,
Anamorphic is selected.
Input Source
Input Source
>
Composite
S-Video 1
S-Video 2
Component SD
HD/RGB 1
HD/RGB 2
DVI 1
DVI 2
Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio
7
Anamorphic
Standard 4:3
Letterbox
Note
When you change the aspect ratio, save the change to a preset
afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a different
input is selected. (The aspect ratio is saved for each input and
resolution separately.) For information about saving settings, refer
to ISF Presets on page 46.
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VirtualWide
Cinema
Virtualwide 2.35
Operation
Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings
Aspect Ratio
Remote
Control
Key
Anamorphic
ANA
Description
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16:9 Image on
16:9 Screen
Select Anamorphic to view 16:9
DVDs and HDTV programs in
their native aspect ratio. 4:3
images are stretched
horizontally to fit a 16:9 screen.
4:3 Image on
16:9 Screen
Standard 4:3
4X3
Active Image
Area (4:3)
Letterbox
LET
BOX
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Letterbox Image on
16:9 Screen
Standard 4:3 scales the input
signal to fit in the center of the
16:9 screen. 4:3 is the aspect
ratio used by computer
monitors, standard television
programming and most VHS
video cassettes.
In Letterbox mode, the image is
stretched vertically; the top and
bottom portions are “blanked
off.” Letterbox is best suited for
viewing LaserDisc movies or
non-anamorphic DVDs on a 4:3
screen.
VirtualWide
V-WIDE
A 4:3 image is scaled
NON-linearly (more on the sides
than in the center) to fit a 16x9
screen.
Cinema
CINEMA
Select Cinema to view 2.35
source material on a 16:9
screen. The upper and lower
portions of the screen are
masked, but the geometry of the
active image area is not
changed.
2.35:1 Image on
16:9 Screen
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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)
Remote
Control
Key
Virtualwide 2.35
SVC
Description
2.35:1 Image on
16:9 Screen
Virtualwide 2.35 is available only
on VX-2 projectors equipped
with the CineWide option.
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2.35:1 Image on
16:9 Screen with
VirtualWide 2.35
A 2.35 image is stretched
anamorphically in both
directions to fill a 16:9 image.
(The secondary anamorphic lens
then “stretches” the image back
to 2.35:1.)
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Aspect Ratio
2.35:1 Image on
2.35:1 Screen with
VirtualWide 2.35
Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your VX-2 for optimum picture quality.
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The VX-2 has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established
by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully crafted,
industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a
training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal
picture quality from Runco video display devices. Accordingly, Runco recommends that
setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician.
All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each input
separately. Runco recommends calibrating the VX-2 inputs in the following order:
1. Component SD
2. S-Video 1 / S-Video 2
3. Composite
4. HD/RGB 1 / HD/RGB 2
5. DVI 1 / DVI 2
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When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to a
preset afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a
different input is selected. (Picture quality settings are saved for
each input and resolution separately.) For information about saving
settings, refer to ISF Presets on page 46.
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Picture
Picture
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Operation
Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and
regular program material, Runco recommends using the following calibration tools for best
results:
• External test pattern source -- Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test
DVD or equivalent.
• A blue filter (provided with many test DVDs), for color level and tint adjustments.
Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as
follows. Perform the adjustments in the order listed here.
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Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an
acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”) Figure 4-3 shows a typical PLUGE
pattern.
Below Black
Above Black
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Figure 4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness
PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray
areas against a black background. The example above includes two vertical bars and four
shaded boxes.
Select Brightness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. Adjust the brightness so that:
• The darkest black bars disappear into the background.
• The dark gray areas are barely visible.
• The lighter gray areas are clearly visible.
• The white areas are a comfortable level of true white.
• The image contains only black, gray and white (no color).
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Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the
one shown in Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast
Select Contrast and press ENTER. Adjust the contrast to a point just below which the
white rectangle starts to increase in size.
Brightness and contrast controls are interactive. A change to one
may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the
optimum setting.
Note
blue
red
magenta
green
cyan
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yellow
gray
Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the
one shown in Figure 4-5.
Figure 4-5. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint
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blue
red
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magenta
green
cyan
yellow
gray
Select Color and press ENTER. While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter,
adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and blue) color bars appear to be
a single shade of blue:
Tint: Tint or “hue” is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image.
When tint is decreased, the image appears redder; when it is increased the image
appears greener. To set the tint, select Tint and press ENTER. While looking at the color
bar pattern through a blue filter, adjust the tint level until the cyan and magenta color bars
(on either side of the green bar) appear to be a single shade of blue.
Like the brightness and contrast controls, the color and tint controls
are interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the
other in order to achieve the optimum setting.
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Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust
sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. On your external
test pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-6. Adjust as needed,
looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and differently-sized lines
in the “sweep” patterns at the top and bottom. Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate
them.
Figure 4-6. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness
Note
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Use the controls in the Input Position Menu to fine-tune the aspect ratio and image
position for the current source.
Input Position
When you change an input position setting, save the change to a
preset afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a
different input is selected. (The input position settings are saved for
each input and resolution separately.) For information about saving
settings, refer to ISF Presets on page 46.
Left/Right: Select Left/Right from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image
horizontally. Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image to the right; use the left or
down button to shift it to the left.
Up/Down: Select Up/Down from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image
vertically. Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image upward; use the left or down
button to shift it downward.
Width: Select Width from the Input Position menu to change the projected image width.
Use the right or up cursor button to increase the width; use the left or down button to
decrease it.
Height: Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image
height. Use the right or up cursor button to increase the height; use the left or down
button to decrease it.
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Left/Right
Up/Down
Width
Height
Overscan
Operation
Overscan: Image Overscan pushes the outside edge of the active picture area of the
video signal out beyond the edge of the display area.
Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older television
sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area. Over scan effectively
trims away these inactive, outer edges and enlarges the remaining portion of the image to
fill the display area.
Select from 1% to 10% of Overscan, as desired.
For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources, Overscan is generally not necessary or
desirable.
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ISF Day
Custom 1
Save
Custom 2
Save
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ISF Presets
ISF Night
For each input, the VX-2 lets you save image quality settings as presets that you can recall
at a later time. You can create up to four presets per input and resolution. Use the ISF
Presets menu to recall saved image presets, or to save image settings in the “Custom 1”
or “Custom 2” memory location. The currently-selected preset is indicated by a “7” to its
left; in the example shown here, ISF Night is selected.
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ISF Presets ➤
You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset; otherwise they will
be lost when a new input source or resolution is selected:
• Aspect ratio
• Picture quality settings (brightness, contrast, color saturation, tint and sharpness)
Factory Default
• Input position (image position, width, height and overscan percentage)
To reset the Custom 1 and Custom 2 image presets to their factory defaults, select
Factory Default and press ENTER.
Information ➤
Serial Number
Hardware
Firmware
Date
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Information
Select Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your
projector: its serial number, the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware
version build date. Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this
information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.
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Operation
Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.
Calibration
Calibration
Note
You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu.
ISF Night
Display Color
Input Image
Input Color
To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings, select “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” from the ISF
Presets menu (see above).
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ISF Night - Display Color: Use the Display Color settings to change the characteristics
of the output signal. These settings are global (independent of any particular input).
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• Gain: Use the Gain controls to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the
image. A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of solid white
areas, such as an 80 IRE “window” pattern. If the white areas contain traces of red,
green or blue, decrease the Gain for that color.
• Offset: Use the Offset controls in the White Balance sub-menu to correct color
imbalances in the dark areas of the image. A good way to do this is to use a test
pattern consisting mostly of dark gray areas, such as a 30 IRE “window” pattern. If the
gray areas contain traces of red, green or blue, decrease the Offset for that color.
• Gamma: “Gamma” is a global setting that determines how gray shades are displayed
between minimum input (black) and maximum input (white) for all signals. A good
gamma setting helps to optimize blacks and whites while ensuring smooth transitions
for the “in-between” values utilized in other grays. Unlike “Brightness” and “Contrast”
controls, the overall tone of your images can be lightened or darkened without
changing the extremes and all images will be more vibrant while still showing good
detail in dark areas.
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In all but the most unusual situations, the appropriate “Color Temp” selection (see
below) will produce accurate colors and a satisfying contrast level. However, it is
sometimes necessary to adjust the red, blue and green gamma curves individually. To
do this, select Gamma from the Display Color sub-menu and use the left- and
right-arrow buttons to manipulate the on-screen slidebars.
• Lamp Power: Select Lamp Power from the Display Color Menu to adjust the lamp
output level. You can choose to run the lamp as bright as possible (“1”; this is the
default setting) or you can choose the lower setting (“0”). Generally, lower lamp output
can prolong the life of the lamp, but decreases brightness.
• Color Temp: Select Color Temp from the Display Color menu to adjust the color
temperature. The default setting is appropriate for most situations. Higher settings
produce a “bluer” picture.
ISF Night - Input Image: The Input Image controls are similar to those in the Picture
menu, but are accessible only by entering the Calibration menu passcode. This makes it
possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the projector was
installed, simply by recalling the “ISF Night” preset.
ISF Night - Input Color: The Input Color controls are similar to those in the Display Color
menu (see above), but can be set independently for each input.
• Gain/Offset: Refer to ISF Night - Display Color, above.
• Chroma Delay: use the Chroma Delay control to correct a mis-aligned image from a
Composite, S-Video or Component video source. Chroma delay in an image causes
color shifts to occur to the left of the vertical edge transitions, producing artificial
shadows or a “halo” effect. If necessary, adjust this setting to eliminate them.
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ISF Day
Display Color
Input Image
Input Color
Save ISF Settings
Output Shift
Splash Configure
OSD Position
Operation
• Phase: Adjust the phase if the image (usually from an RGB source) shows shimmer or
“noise.” Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the
incoming signal. The effect of this control is similar to that of a tracking control on a
VCR.
For best results, use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear
pattern of black and white pixels, or a similar “half on, half off” graphic image. (You may
notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this
case.)
ISF Day - Display Color: Refer to ISF Night - Display Color.
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ISF Day - Input Image: Refer to ISF Night - Input Image.
ISF Day - Input Color: Refer to ISF Night - Input Color.
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save it. Select Save ISF Settings from the ISF Calibration menu to do this. In the event you
ever have to perform a System Reset, you can restore the saved ISF settings by selecting
Restore Saved Settings in the Service menu. (System Reset and Restore Saved Settings
are described on page 51.)
Output Shift: The controls in the Output Shift menu are similar to those in the Input
Position menu, except that they change the characteristics of the output signal (so the
change is visible no matter which input is selected). You can set these controls
independently for each aspect ratio.
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To save the Output Shift settings for the current aspect ratio so that they can be restored
after a System Reset (described on page 51), press
repeatedly to highlight “Save.”
Then, press ENTER.
Splash Configure: Use the Splash Configure menu to customize the appearance of the
start-up message that appears on the vacuum fluorescent display upon power-up. You
can have the VX-2 display the owner’s name, your name, the phrase “ISF Calibrated”
and/or any other string, up to 20 characters in length.
Use the up or down cursor button to select a character. Use the right and left cursor
buttons to change the cursor position. Press MENU when you have finished entering text.
Then, check the “Splash Enable” box to have the VX-2 display the information you enter
here when it is turned on.
OSD Position: Select OSD Position, press ENTER and use the arrow buttons to change
the size and position of the OSD controls.
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Operation
Use the Service menu to access advanced projector configuration settings. This menu
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.
Service
Service
Note
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.
Test Video
Input Names
Remote Control
Analog Out Mode
Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns
on the VX-2. Four patterns are available, consisting of white/gray or colored bars.
Display Device
Press MENU to exit test pattern mode.
Triggers
HD Format
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Input Names: You can give each DHD Controller input a descriptive name. For example,
you may want to change the default input name to the type of source component
connected to it: “VCR,” “DVD,” “Laptop” et cetera. Composite, S-Video and Component
SD input names can be up to 12 characters long; the others can be up to eight characters
long.
Resolution
System Reset
Restore Saved Settings
Input Names
Restore
Composite
Composite
S-Video 1
S-Video 1
To edit an input name, select Input Names from the Service menu. Press or to select
an input and press ENTER. Use the
or
buttons to change a character; press
or
to select a character to change. When you have finished editing the input name, press
MENU.
S-Video 2
S-Video 2
HD/RGB 2
HD/RGB 2
To restore the default input name, press
“Restore” column. Then, press ENTER.
DVI 1
DVI 1
repeatedly to highlight that input name in the
Note
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To save input names so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described on
page 51), press
repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.
The button takes you from top to bottom in the left column, then
from top to bottom in the right column. To highlight “Save,” scroll
through both columns.
Remote Control: The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary
infrared (IR) codes to which the VX-2 will respond. By default, both are set to 17. You can
change these codes if either:
• Another device in the theater (a DVD player, for example) is responding to commands
from the VX-2 remote control in ways that are unpredictable or undesirable.
• You have multiple VX-2 projectors and want to control them independently, as
opposed to broadcasting commands from a single remote to all of them. In this
scenario, you can use multiple remotes programmed to use different IR codes. Or, you
can use a single remote and change the IR code as needed to address a specific
projector.
Tip
Use the rear-panel keypad to change a projector IR code. Then,
change the code sent by the remote to match as described below.
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Component SD Component SD
HD/RGB 1
DVI 2
HD/RGB 1
DVI 2
Save
Operation
When you change a remote code on the VX-2, you must re-program your remote control
to send that same code. To do this:
1. Using a straightened paper clip or similar object, press and hold the CODE button on
the remote control for approximately three seconds, or until the red LED on the
remote lights solid red.
2. Enter a new two-digit code between 00 and 31 inclusive. Include a leading zero for
single-digit codes; for example, enter 9 as “09.”
3. The LED turns off to confirm the code change. If you enter an invalid code, the LED
flashes for three or four seconds. Try again, entering a valid code.
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Display Device: The options in the Display Device menu allow you to change the picture
orientation, reset the lamp timer, perform lens adjustments and access additional test
patterns.
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• Installation: Select Installation from the Display Device menu to change the picture
orientation to suit the method of installation (Floor Front, Floor Rear, Ceiling Front or
Ceiling Rear).
This menu page also displays the number of hours that the lamp has been in service,
and lets you reset the counter (which is recommended after you replace the lamp; refer
to Lamp Replacement on page 53).
• Lens: Select Lens from the Display Device menu to access the motorized lens
controls. Refer to Lens Adjustments on page 36.
• Diagnostics: Select Diagnostics from the Service menu to access additional test
patterns for calibration or measurement purposes:
• Select Red, Green or Blue to display only the selected color (simulating a filter of
that color).
• Select 75 or 100 to display color bars (75 IRE or 100 IRE).
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• Select Horz or Vert to display a horizontal or vertical gray ramp.
HD Format
HD/RGB 1
Auto
HD/RGB 2
Auto
ADC Bandwidth
Auto
YPbPr Input Resolution
• Select Checks to display a 15-segment checkerboard pattern.
• Select Align to display a white grid against a black background (useful for verifying
proper image or screen alignment).
HD Format: If the characteristics of the incoming signal on the HD1 or HD2 inputs are
known, select HD Format from the Service menu and set them as described below. Doing
so can reduce the time it takes the DHD Controller to switch from HD to 480i signals or
vice versa.
This is generally not necessary unless the DHD Controller -- for whatever reason -- has
difficulty determining the color space (RGB or YUV), bandwidth or resolution of the
incoming HD signal. In most situations, the Auto settings work well.
• HD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 (Color Space): Select Auto, RGB or YUV.
• ADC Bandwidth: Select Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz.
• YPbPr Input Resolution: Select Auto or specify the input resolution, if known: 480i,
480p, 576i, 576p, 720p or 1080i.
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Triggers: Select Triggers from the Service menu to configure the 12-volt trigger outputs.
You can assign one or more trigger outputs to each aspect ratio. Those triggers are then
activated by selecting that aspect ratio.
If your projector is equipped with the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system, assign at
least one trigger output (the same one to which the lens motor is connected) to the
Cinema and Virtualwide 2.35 aspect ratios.
To save the trigger settings so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described
below), press
repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.
Miscellaneous: Select Miscellaneous from the Service menu to set the following options:
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• Language: Select Language from the Miscellaneous menu and press the up- or
down-arrows to select the OSD Language (English, French, Spanish or German).
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• Menu Mode: This is the manner in which the OSD menus appear and disappear when
you press MENU. Choose one of the following:
0 = No transition; menus abruptly appear and disappear.
1 = Menus fade in and out.
2 = “Checkerboard” dissolve; menus appear and disappear in sections.
3 = “Window shade” effect; menus are drawn on a diagonal from top left to bottom
right, and retract in the opposite direction.
• Timeout - Short/Long: These settings control how long the OSD menus stay on
screen. Select a time-out period of from 2 to 60 seconds.
• Side Bar Color: This controls the color of the inactive image area. The range is from
-100 (black) to 100 (white).
The inactive image area is on either side of the active image area when using the
Standard 4:3 aspect ratio, and above and below the active image area when using the
Letterbox aspect ratio.
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• Film Mode: Enable Film Mode to smooth out moving images from interlaced,
standard-definition (SD) sources. In most cases, the VX-2 detects the proper
“pull-down” rate and vertical frequency. However, if your source is jittery and/or tearing
you may wish to enable Film Mode to ensure stable processing for that source.
Resolution: The DHD Controller defaults to an output resolution of 720p. When using the
VX-2 with a computer or certain HD sources, you may want to force the DHD Controller to
use a different output resolution. If so, select Resolution from the Service menu and
choose one. Then, press ENTER to confirm.
System Reset: To reset ALL projector and controller settings (including image settings)
back to their factory defaults, choose System Reset from the Service menu.
A confirmation message appears, reminding you to save your settings before you perform
the reset, so that you can restore them afterwards. If you have done this, select Confirm to
continue with the reset. Otherwise, click Back to cancel.
Caution
This action is not undoable. Proceed with caution! Before you
perform a System Reset, save ALL settings, including “Custom” ISF
Presets (page 46), ISF Day/Night presets (page 48), Output Shift
settings (page 48), Input Names (page 49) and Trigger settings (see
above).
Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to
apply all previously-saved settings to the projector and DHD Controller.
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5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting
The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 2000 hours), or
sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs. Contact your Runco dealer to
obtain a replacement lamp.
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1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for
approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
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REMOVE THESE SCREWS
3. Remove the two lamp assembly mounting screws.
4. Grasp the lamp assembly handle and pull gently, removing the lamp module from the
projector housing.
5. Install the new lamp module.
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6. Replace the lamp cover and re-tighten all screws.
7. Reset the Lamp Hour counter. To do this, select Service from the Main Menu, then
Display Device, then Installation. Use the cursor buttons to highlight Reset under
“Lamp Hours” and press ENTER.
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5.1
Lamp Replacement
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
5.2
Troubleshooting Tips
Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may
encounter with the VX-2. If you encounter an issue not described here, please contact
Runco Technical Support.
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
The projector does not turn
on after initial installation. The
power LED on the front of the
DHD Controller lights red after
you press the power button.
• The DHD Controller is
connected to the VX-2
incorrectly or not at all.
• The VX-2 is not plugged in
or the AC outlet is not
active.
• Verify the DVI cable
connection from the DHD
Controller to the VX-2.
• Ensure that the VX-2 is
plugged in and that the AC
outlet is active.
The projector and DHD Controller are both on, but there is
no video image on-screen.
• Incorrect source selection.
• Source component is not
turned on.
• Select the correct source.
• Turn on the source.
A projected image from a
DVD is split or otherwise
scrambled.
• DVD player is connected
to the Component input
and set to progressive
scan mode.
• Turn off progressive scan
on the DVD player. Or,
connect the DVD player to
the HD1 or HD2 input.
Image is too bright and/or
lacks definition in the bright
areas of the image.
• Contrast is set too high.
• Lower the contrast setting.
Image appears “washed out”
and/or dark areas appear too
bright.
• Brightness is set too high.
• Lower the brightness
setting.
Colors in the image are
swapped; for example, reds
appear blue or vice versa.
• The Red/Pr, Green/Y or
Blue/Pb outputs from the
source are connected to
the wrong inputs on the
DHD Controller.
• Ensure that the source
outputs are connected to
the correct DHD Controller
input.
The projector will not turn
back on after it was powered
down, or the image disappears during operation.
• The projector will not turn
on for two minutes after
power-down, to protect
the lamp.
• The lamp has failed.
• Wait two minutes until the
LED at the front of the
DHD Controller turns red.
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6. Serial Communications
To interface the DHD Controller with a home theater automation/control system or a PC
running terminal emulation software, connect it to your control system or PC as shown in
Figure 3-11.
6.1
RS-232 Connection
and Port Configuration
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Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop
bit and no flow control. Set the baud rate to 19200, to match that of the DHD Controller
RS-232 port.
• Commands are not case-sensitive.
• For a single command that takes no parameters, type the command followed by a
carriage return; for example, to set the aspect ratio to Letterbox, type
LETTERBOX <Enter>.
• For a single command that takes a parameter, type the command, a space or a
comma and the desired value followed by a carriage return; for example, to set the
brightness to -10, type BRIGHTNESS -10 <Enter> or
BRIGHTNESS,-10 <Enter>.
• You can also send a string of multiple commands on a single line, separated by
commas. For example, COMPOSITE,BRIGHTNESS 100,ANAMORPHIC <Enter>
switches to the Composite video input, sets the brightness to 100 and sets the aspect
ratio to Anamorphic. Command strings can be up to 255 characters long.
Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set. The “Parameter (min/max)” column shows the
valid parameter ranges, or “NA” for commands that take no parameters.
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When you enter a valid command, the DHD Controller executes it and acknowledges it
with a plus sign on the command line (+ >). When you enter an invalid command -- one
that is misspelled or followed by values outside the valid range for that command -- the
DHD Controller ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >).
Table 6-1. Serial Commands
Command
Parameter
(min/max)
Value
Stored?
Description
Power On/Off Commands
OFF
NA
NA
Turns projector off
ON
NA
NA
Turns projector on
POWER
0/1
NA
Turns projector on and off
POWER?
NA
NA
Returns power status
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Serial Command
Syntax
Serial Communications
Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Command
Parameter
(min/max)
Value
Stored?
Description
Input Selection Commands
NA
YES
Selects the Component input
COMPOSITE
NA
YES
Selects the Composite video input
DVI1
NA
YES
Selects the DVI 1 input
DVI2
NA
YES
Selects the DVI 2 input
HD1
NA
YES
HD2
NA
YES
INPUT?
NA
NA
Returns active input
SVIDEO1
NA
YES
Selects the S-Video 1 input
SVIDEO2
NA
YES
Selects the S-Video 2 input
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Selects the RGB HD 1 input
Selects the RGB HD 2 input
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Aspect Ratio Commands
ANAMORPHIC
NA
YES
Selects the Anamorphic aspect ratio
ASPECT?
NA
NA
Returns current aspect ratio
ASPECTIN?
NA
NA
Returns the input source aspect ratio
ASPECTOUT?
NA
NA
Returns output screen size
CINEMA
NA
YES
Selects the Cinema aspect ratio
LETTERBOX
NA
YES
Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio
STANDARD
NA
YES
Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio
VIRTUALWIDE
NA
YES
Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio
VIRTUAL235
NA
YES
Selects the Virtualwide 2.35 aspect ratio
OUT169
NA
YES
Sets the output screen to 1.78:1 (16:9)
OUT235
NA
YES
Sets the output screen to 2.35:1
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Command
Parameter
(min/max)
Value
Stored?
Description
Picture Adjust Commands
-100/100
YES
Sets a value for brightness
BRIGHTNESS?
NA
NA
Returns brightness setting value
COLOR
-100/100
YES
Sets a value for color
COLOR?
NA
NA
Returns color setting value
CONTRAST
-100/100
YES
Sets a value for contrast
CONTRAST?
NA
NA
Returns contrast setting value
TINT
-100/100
YES
Sets a value for tint
TINT?
NA
NA
Returns tint setting value
SHARPNESS
-6/6
YES
Sets a value for sharpness
SHARPNESS?
NA
NA
Returns sharpness setting value
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Image Preset Commands
NA
CUSTOM2
NA
DAY
NA
NIGHT
NA
PRESET?
NA
YES
Loads “Custom 1” image preset
YES
Loads “Custom 2” image preset
YES
Loads “ISF Day” image preset
YES
Loads “ISF Night” image preset
NA
Returns currently-selected preset
(ISF Day, ISF Night, Custom 1 or Custom 2)
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Command
Parameter
(min/max)
Value
Stored?
Description
Input Position Commands
-100/100
YES
Sets the value for input height
IHEIGHT?
NA
NA
Returns input height value
IHPOS
-100/100
YES
Sets a value for horizontal input position
IHPOS?
NA
NA
Returns input horizontal position value
IVPOS
-100/100
YES
IVPOS?
NA
NA
IWIDTH
-100/100
YES
Sets the value for input width
IWIDTH?
NA
NA
Returns input horizontal width value
OVERSCAN
0/10
YES
Sets the overscan percentage
OVERSCAN?
NA
NA
Returns overscan percentage
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Sets a value for vertical input position
Returns input vertical position value
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Output Shift Commands
OHEIGHT
-100/100
YES
Sets the value for output height
OHEIGHT?
NA
NA
Returns output height value
OHPOS
-100/100
YES
Sets the value for output horizontal position
OHPOS?
NA
NA
Returns output horizontal position value
OVPOS
-100/100
YES
Sets the value for output vertical position
OVPOS?
NA
NA
Returns output vertical position value
OWIDTH
-100/100
YES
Sets the value for output width
OWIDTH?
NA
NA
Returns output horizontal width value
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Command
Parameter
(min/max)
Value
Stored?
Description
Miscellaneous Commands
-100/100
YES
Sets the background color for letterbox or
4:3 aspect ratio (-100 = black; 100 = white)
BKGND?
NA
NA
Returns background setting value
DATE?
NA
NA
Returns projector manufacture date
HWVER?
NA
NA
Returns hardware version number
INRES?
NA
NA
Returns input resolution
LENS1
0 or 4
LENS1?
NA
LENS2
0 or 8
LENS2?
NA
OUTRES?
NA
PHASE
0/3
PHASE?
NA
SWVER?
NA
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Set primary lens configuration:
0 = No anamorphic lens present
4 = Anamorphic lens present
NA
Returns Lens 1 configuration
YES
Set anamorphic lens type:
0 = Fixed CineWide
8 = CineWide with AutoScope
NA
Returns Lens 2 configuration
NA
Returns output resolution
YES
Adjusts phase
NA
Returns phase setting value
NA
Returns software version number
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7. Specifications
7.1
VX-2 Specifications
Table 7-1 lists the VX-2 specifications.
Table 7-1. VX-2 Specifications
Digital Light Processing (DLP), 3-chip, 16:9 SuperOnyx DMD
Native Resolution:
1280 x 720 (16:9)
Aspect Ratios:
Refer to Table 7-2
Refer to Table 7-2
DTV Compatibility:
Scan Frequency:
480p, 720p, 1080i
Horizontal: 15 - 100 kHz
Vertical: 28 - 78 Hz
Picture Size (16:9 Screen):
Throw Distance
(Factor x Screen Width):
Recommended Width: 72 - 120 in.
Maximum Width: 250 in.
VX-2c: Refer to Table 3-3
VX-2dc: Refer to Table 3-4
VX-2c/Proteus A: None
VX-2c/Proteus B, C, D, E, F:
Horizontal: 10% of screen width left or right
Vertical: 80% of screen height down; 0% up
VX-2dc: Refer to Table 3-5
275 Watts
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Offset:
Lamp:
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Projector Type:
Estimated Lamp Life:
2000 hours
Inputs:
(1) DVI with HDCP (from DHD Controller)
Controls:
Built-in keypad
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Table 7-1. VX-2 Specifications (continued)
Cinema Standards Measurement System (CSMS)
Specifications
Brightness: 52.1 foot-Lamberts (fL) (VX-2c);
57.6 foot-Lamberts (fL) (VX-2dc)
Contrast Ratio: 271:1 (VX-2c); 304:1 (VX-2dc)
These measurements are taken from the projector in a controlled,
home theater environment. All measurements are made to
ANSI/NAPM IT7.228-1997 specifications using the Photo Research
PR-650 SpectraColorimeter and Minolta LS-100 Luminance Meter,
Video Essentials test DVD and a 1.3 gain, 72-inch wide screen. The
projector is calibrated to a color temperature of 6,500K and has a
minimum of 150 hours of usage.
The foot-Lambert (fL) is the unit of measurement used in commercial
movie theaters to express image brightness at the screen surface. The
Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) specifies
16 fL as the target image brightness for film-based projectors using an
open gate (without film in the projector). More importantly, today
SMPTE specifies 12 fL as the target image brightness in Digital
Cinema theaters. The foot-Lambert measurement is dependent on
screen size, screen gain and projector light output.
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Brightness and Contrast:
These specifications are obtained by calibrating the projector as
described above for CSMS measurements.
Industry-Standard Specifications
Light Output: 2500 ANSI Lumens (VX-2c);
2800 ANSI Lumens (VX-2dc)
Contrast Ratio: 3100:1 (VX-2c); 3500:1 (VX-2dc)
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Light Output: 1227 ANSI Lumens (VX-2c);
1389 ANSI Lumens (VX-2dc)
Contrast Ratio: 271:1 (VX-2c); 304:1 (VX-2dc)
These are typical projector brightness and contrast specifications
found in most companies’ sales literature. Runco includes these
measurements in its literature to allow for direct comparison with other
manufacturers’ projectors. These measurements are typically taken at
9,000K to 13,000K to get expected performance data when the
projector is used in professional, commercial and industrial displays.
Power Requirements:
100 to 240 VAC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz, 510 Watts
Operating Environment:
41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity
(non-condensing)
Dimensions:
VX-2c: See Figure 7-1
VX-2dc: See Figure 7-2
Weight (without lens):
VX-2c: 81 lbs. (36.74 kg)
VX-2dc: 83 lbs. (37.65 kg)
Regulatory Approvals:
Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick
Limited Warranty:
Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of
delivery to the end user.
Lamp: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes first.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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7.2
DHD Controller
Specifications
Table 7-2 lists the DHD Controller specifications.
Table 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications
4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, VirtualWide, Cinema,
VirtualWide 2.35
Video Standards:
NTSC, PAL
Output Resolution:
720p
Inputs:
(1) Composite; (2) S-Video; (1) Component; (2) HD-R (Pr), G
(Y), B (Pb), H, V; (2) DVI with HDCP
Outputs:
(1) HD-R (Pr), G (Y), B (Pb), H, V (not used with the VX-2)
(1) DVI-I with HDCP
Control Options:
-
RS-232 Communication
Parameters:
Trigger Outputs:
19200 bps, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control
150 Mega Samples per Second (MSPS)
Power Requirements:
100 to 240 VAC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz, 160 Watts
41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity
(non-condensing)
Width = 17.50 inches (444.5 mm)
Depth = 11.19 inches (284.1 mm)
Height = 3.75 inches (95.3 mm)
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Weight:
Discrete infrared remote
Serial commands via RS-232
Front-panel controls
(3) +12 VDC, each rated at 750 mA and thermal
fuse-protected
Bandwidth:
Dimensions:
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Aspect Ratios:
13.0 lbs. (5.90 kg)
Regulatory Approvals:
Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick
Limited Warranty:
Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the
end user.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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7.3
VX-2c Dimensions
Figure 7-1 shows the VX-2c dimensions.
R 10. 680
19.190
14.857
Y
11. 123
7.389
1. 500
1. 330
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14. 852
10. 727
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1.685
3.185
17.505
1. 140
ALL DIMENSIONS
ARE IN INCHES
Figure 7-1. VX-2c Dimensions
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7.4
VX-2dc Dimensions
Figure 7-2 shows the VX-2dc dimensions.
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19.190
14.873
Y
11. 123
7.373
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27. 486
8. 245
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16. 438
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1.685
3.333
1. 140
ALL DIMENSIONS
ARE IN INCHES
17.505
Figure 7-2. VX-2dc Dimensions
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Appendix A. VX-2 Color Gamut Adjustment
Only ISF-trained and -certified technicians should attempt this
procedure!
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In rare cases, though, you may need more precise control over the VX-2 display color
gamut (range). For example, you may require a unique color gamut for a given projector or
application. In such cases, you can access the VX-2’s color gamut controls directly (as
opposed to going through the DHD Controller). This enables you to define the precise hue
of each primary color component (white, red, green and blue) used to generate the
millions of colors produced in displays. You do this by specifying x and y coordinates for
each primary color component.
The x and y coordinates for each color define its location on the standard CIE chromaticity
graph, shown in Figure A-1. (CIE stands for “Commission Internationale de l’Éclairage”
(International Commission on Illumination), the organization responsible for color
measurement and management standards.)
1.0
y
0.9
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0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
10000
8000
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5714
5000
4444
4000
3636
3333
3077
2857
2677
2500
2353
2222
2105
2000
0.4
D50
D65
D93
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0.2
0.1
0.0
0.0
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9 x 1.0
Figure A-1. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram
Changing either or both of these numbers changes the hue of the color and relocates the
“triangle” for possible colors. For example, changing the x/y coordinates for red moves the
color closer to either orange or violet, which in turn affects all displayed colors having a red
component.
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To perform these adjustments, you need a computer-based color analyzer or hand-held
colorimeter capable of CIE x/y measurements.
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Equipment Setup
Position your colorimeter or color analyzer so that the lens or sensor is approximately six
(6) to 12 inches from the screen, facing it at a slight angle (upward or to one side). Doing
so will include the color of the screen in the calibration.
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Adjusting the Gamut
1. Press MENU on the projector’s built-in keypad.
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2. Using the UP and/or DOWN (
menu and press ENTER.
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) arrow buttons, select Advanced from the Main
3. Using the UP and/or DOWN arrow buttons, select Color from the Advanced menu
and press ENTER.
4. Using the UP and/or DOWN arrow buttons, select Gamut from the Color menu and
press ENTER.
5. Press ENTER again to select
“Manual.” The VX-2 displays a white
field on the screen and the current x
and y coordinates for white on the
vacuum fluourescent display.
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Manual: White X=0.313
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White Y=0.329
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6. Using the color analyzer, measure the x and y coordinates for about 15 seconds.
Make a note of the results.
7. Proceed as follows to change the x and y coordinates to the values you obtained in
Step 6:
a On the projector keypad, press ENTER to select the first digit to the right of the
decimal point of the x-coordinate for white.
b Use the UP or DOWN arrow to adjust the value. Then, use the LEFT arrow ( )
button to select the second digit.
c Use the UP or DOWN arrow to adjust the value. Then, use the LEFT arrow button
to select the third digit.
d Use the UP or DOWN arrow to adjust the value.
e Press ENTER.
f Press the UP arrow button to select “White Y=0.xxx.”
g Repeat Steps 7a through 7e to adjust the y-coordinate for white.
8. Press the UP arrow button to select “Red X=0.xxx.”
9. Repeat Steps 6 and 7 for red, green and blue.
10. Press the MENU button twice to return to the Color menu.
11. Using the UP and/or DOWN arrow buttons, select Color Temp. from the Color menu
and press ENTER.
12. Select Temp. 5000 and go back to Temp. 6500. Press ENTER.
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13. Press the MENU button twice to return to the Advanced menu.
14. Using the UP and/or DOWN arrow buttons, select Diagnose from the Advanced
menu and press ENTER.
15. Select Normal and press ENTER.
16. Press the MENU button three times to exit the menu system. The VX-2 stores the
new x and y coordinates and returns to normal operation.
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When you have completed the gamut adjustments, proceed with the Display Color
adjustments; refer to Calibration on page 47.
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